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Masasi, Tanzania

Mtwara · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Masasi is a mid-size city in Mtwara, Tanzania with a population of 89,700. Elevation: 1,473 ft (449 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
89,700 Population
1,473 ft Elevation 449 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
38.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.6%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 51.3%
314% higher than US avg

People

Population89,700
Median Age17.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,224
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty51.3%

Health

Obesity12.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking4.3%
Depression4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation1,473 ft (449 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population89,700
Elevation1,473 ft (449 m)
Coordinates-10.7167°, 38.8000°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceMtwara
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation38.1 inches (967 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Masasi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Masasi receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Masasi faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 51.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Masasi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Masasi has a population of 89,700. The median age is 17.7 years, 54% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. 5.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 49.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

89,700
Total Population
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Masasi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Masasi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Masasi is N/A. Per capita income is $1,224 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 51.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 28.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Masasi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate51.3%
314% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Masasi, 12.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.2% have high blood pressure. 4.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 5.6% report binge drinking. 82.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Masasi vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.6%
61% below US avg
Diabetes6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking4.3%
69% below US avg
Binge Drinking5.6%
Physical Inactivity82.1%
Depression4.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate49.0%

Food & Exercise

Masasi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 267 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 65% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,473 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average77.8°F
44% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation1,473 ft (449 m)
Coordinates-10.7167°N, 38.8000°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 8.0 in
February 80°F (27°C) 6.5 in
March 78°F (26°C) 8.3 in Wettest
April 77°F (25°C) 5.0 in
May 76°F (25°C) 1.4 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Coldest
July 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
August 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in
October 80°F (27°C) 0.5 in
November 82°F (28°C) 1.9 in Warmest
December 82°F (28°C) 5.9 in

Masasi has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 72°F in June to 82°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.3") and August the driest (0.1").

4.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 88% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 29.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.0%
88% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Masasi

What is the population of Masasi?

Masasi has a population of 89,700 residents and is located in Tanzania.. The median age of residents is 17.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Masasi expensive to live in?

Masasi is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Masasi?

Masasi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Masasi?

The job market in Masasi is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Masasi?

4.0% of adults in Masasi hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Masasi?

The obesity rate in Masasi is 12.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 4.3% of adults are smokers. 82.1% are physically inactive. 4.6% of residents report depression.

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